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Crime
Haryana Tourist Duped of Rs 88,000 in Holiday Package Scam
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 02:16 AM
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A resident of Haryana reported losing Rs 88,000 after falling victim to a fraudulent holiday package scheme.
A tourist from Haryana has reported being cheated out of Rs 88,000 after purchasing a holiday package that turned out to be fraudulent. The loss was discovered when the promised travel arrangements failed to materialise, leaving the victim with no services and no refund.
The scam involved a travel operator who advertised a discounted vacation package online, collected payment in advance, and then disappeared without providing tickets, accommodation or any further contact. Such schemes have become increasingly common, exploiting eager travellers seeking affordable getaways.
Local police have opened an investigation into the matter and have urged other consumers to verify the credentials of travel agencies before making payments. The authorities also advised victims to file formal complaints to aid in tracking the perpetrators and potentially recovering the lost amount.
The scam involved a travel operator who advertised a discounted vacation package online, collected payment in advance, and then disappeared without providing tickets, accommodation or any further contact. Such schemes have become increasingly common, exploiting eager travellers seeking affordable getaways.
Local police have opened an investigation into the matter and have urged other consumers to verify the credentials of travel agencies before making payments. The authorities also advised victims to file formal complaints to aid in tracking the perpetrators and potentially recovering the lost amount.